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4 speed gearbox housing mystery

Last post by Merrsh1 « 07 Aug 2020, 19:21
Replies: 12
by Merrsh1 » 03 Aug 2020, 19:10

Evening

I’m trying to rectify a very loose gear change so tonight removed the housing to replace the guide blocks.

I think someone has bodged this...

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Last post by Merrsh1
07 Aug 2020, 19:21
Leaking Petrol Tank

Last post by JonathanR « 07 Aug 2020, 19:02
Replies: 4
by keynsham1 » 04 Aug 2020, 16:35

My petrol tank has been leaking for some time now but only when I fill it right up. If I fill till the pump clicks off, I got a run of fuel under the...

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Last post by JonathanR
07 Aug 2020, 19:02
Drip from water pump

Last post by Mr Bean « 07 Aug 2020, 18:32
Replies: 8
by patrickpawsey » 05 Aug 2020, 14:18

I just noticed a puddle under the van why when I stopped and a line of drips down the road. I ran the engine up to temperature and saw a persistent...

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Last post by Mr Bean
07 Aug 2020, 18:32
No start after replacing temp sender

Last post by BlueBus88 « 07 Aug 2020, 13:12
Replies: 3
by BlueBus88 » 06 Aug 2020, 17:34

Hey everyone - amazing club you have here.

Quite new to this but coming from an 11 year affair with a Nissan Vanette so go easy on me.
T25 1988 DG...

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Last post by BlueBus88
07 Aug 2020, 13:12
Clear oil leaking after driving

Last post by S.J.H.7.8 « 07 Aug 2020, 11:06
Replies: 7
by S.J.H.7.8 » 31 Jul 2020, 09:34

Hi all,
Been an avid reader but not a poster before but needs must. Pretty sure I have read related posts but not sure I have found same issue to...

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Last post by S.J.H.7.8
07 Aug 2020, 11:06
Spark Plugs differences

Last post by Cobra88 « 06 Aug 2020, 16:35
Replies: 3
by JonathanR » 06 Aug 2020, 11:51

Hi peeps long time no posty but lots of travel
Just got through its MOT with no advisories and now doing some minor servicing fitting new plugs and...

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Last post by Cobra88
06 Aug 2020, 16:35
2.1 clutch - why did it change?

Last post by scotttie « 06 Aug 2020, 16:29
Replies: 2
by scotttie » 06 Aug 2020, 08:46

From April 89 onwards the 2.1i clutch changed from part number 029 198 141 A to 025 141 031 K (vwheritage and JK list later clutch as 029 198 141 B...

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Last post by scotttie
06 Aug 2020, 16:29
Starting problem

Last post by maxstu « 06 Aug 2020, 09:37
Replies: 13
by adrian1975 » 02 Aug 2020, 15:51

Hi all, it's been a while I hope all are well

The problem I have is-

1.9 late dg, I have to press the acc pedal before starting hot or cold just...

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Last post by maxstu
06 Aug 2020, 09:37
Aircooled seized front caliper repair kits.

Last post by toolsntat « 05 Aug 2020, 19:23
Replies: 3
by toolsntat » 04 Aug 2020, 20:43

Confused over which calipers I have and the difference if any in the repair kits.
These are not the original calipers.
I think I have Teves as Haynes...

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Last post by toolsntat
05 Aug 2020, 19:23
Improving airflow in the engine room

Last post by luter82 « 05 Aug 2020, 18:24
Replies: 19
by luter82 » 18 Jun 2020, 17:13
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Hi guys,
I'm a happy (sort of) owner of a T25 from 1980, 2 liter Aircooled.
I was wondering if it would be possible to improve airflow in the engine...
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Last post by luter82
05 Aug 2020, 18:24
1Y Cooling flange

Last post by ajsimmo « 04 Aug 2020, 20:23
Replies: 2
by peteabbott » 04 Aug 2020, 12:43

Hello folks. Can someone please point me in the right direction ? I am searching for the aluminium cooling flange that bolts onto the back of the...

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Last post by ajsimmo
04 Aug 2020, 20:23
Is a DW box with a 1.9d engine a useable combo?

Last post by Aidan « 04 Aug 2020, 19:29
Replies: 1
by mike.g » 04 Aug 2020, 09:34

My van has a 4 speed gearbox with a 1.6 non turbo engine so, it’s sluggish to say the least!

However, I have a DW gearbox in the shed and was...

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Last post by Aidan
04 Aug 2020, 19:29
Speedo hesitant during cold weather

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 04 Aug 2020, 18:16
Replies: 6
by TONYT25T25 » 22 Jul 2020, 20:09

Meant to bring this up during earlier months. When laid up especially in colder months and then taken for a drive the speedo is hesitant and...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
04 Aug 2020, 18:16
Choke Mechanism Details Please, after brazing repairs!

Last post by reessi « 04 Aug 2020, 17:36
Replies: 7
by reessi » 03 Aug 2020, 12:17

Please can you check these pics please and answer any of the Questions you may know, I have referenced each question so please say which one your...

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Last post by reessi
04 Aug 2020, 17:36
Rear crankcase pulley seal WBX

Last post by weimarbus « 04 Aug 2020, 13:15
Replies: 2
by weimarbus » 03 Aug 2020, 19:38

hoping that this detail may be available via EKTA as it is missing in the 'Haynes' manual, DG single pulley are bolted directly to the crankshaft...

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Last post by weimarbus
04 Aug 2020, 13:15
Gearbox Specialist

Last post by 937carrera « 03 Aug 2020, 20:47
Replies: 3
by PunkTraveller » 26 Jul 2020, 09:20

I'm looking for recommendations for a gearbox specialist, local to Newcastle/Wallsend area ideally. My van is currently jammed in 1st gear, in the...

3 Replies

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Last post by 937carrera
03 Aug 2020, 20:47
New engine running too rich

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 03 Aug 2020, 16:47
Replies: 20
by Mooney » 15 Jul 2020, 12:28
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Hi,

So i've recently put in a reconed engine 1.9 DG and reconnected all the ancillaries.

It's got a relatively new Brosol version of the Pierburg...
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
03 Aug 2020, 16:47
What should go between thermal block under Carburettor?

Last post by tobydog « 03 Aug 2020, 12:46
Replies: 8
by reessi » 02 Aug 2020, 08:12

What should go between thermal block under Carburettor?

So I took my carbs off a month ago and can not remember if there should be something between...

8 Replies

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Last post by tobydog
03 Aug 2020, 12:46
Missing bit from front grill area?

Last post by aknapper « 03 Aug 2020, 11:03
Replies: 8
by aknapper » 21 Jul 2020, 14:31

Does anyone know what is missing from here? This is to the right of the radiator as you look at the front upper grill. There are a pair of clipped...

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Last post by aknapper
03 Aug 2020, 11:03
T25 specialist East London

Last post by adrian1975 « 03 Aug 2020, 06:26
Replies: 1
by BlueBus88 » 02 Aug 2020, 21:41

hi all. I am in Forest Gate, London, E7 (one of the most crime ridden areas in the UK but that's another matter).

Looking for a T25 specialist -...

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Last post by adrian1975
03 Aug 2020, 06:26
Auto gearbox output shaft bearings and oil seals

Last post by Lanciaman « 02 Aug 2020, 08:45
Replies: 2
by Lanciaman » 01 Aug 2020, 08:58

Can anyone on here offer advice re an auto gearbox, please? The oil seals on the box casing are weeping, but there is play in the shaft coming out of...

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Last post by Lanciaman
02 Aug 2020, 08:45
Engine clean

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 02 Aug 2020, 08:36
Replies: 1
by 100leelee » 31 Jul 2020, 19:49

Hi,
Am embarrassed by the state of the engine bay, lol

Am not a huge fan of washing engines, but need to do something with mine.. has a nice blue...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
02 Aug 2020, 08:36
Fuel regulator

Last post by ajsimmo « 01 Aug 2020, 23:21
Replies: 2
by randamonia » 01 Aug 2020, 08:58

Hi
My fuel regulator has sprung a leak on the metal lid. Very odd.
Can’t find a replacement in the usual places. JK List one but sold out. I’m...

2 Replies

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Last post by ajsimmo
01 Aug 2020, 23:21
Coolant issues

Last post by Stesaw « 01 Aug 2020, 20:21
Replies: 14
by Stesaw » 27 Jul 2020, 16:39

Sorry slight hijacking on your thread but it seems I am getting the opposite, on my recent jaunt up norf and back I've noticed on my van the...

14 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
01 Aug 2020, 20:21
1.6 td - should i feel any boost?

Last post by freebornman « 01 Aug 2020, 13:56
Replies: 21
by RogerT » 10 Jul 2014, 13:01
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I have a T25 with a hightop, and a 1.6TD which I was told was a reconditioned engine. My query is - should I be able to feel when the turbo starts...
21 Replies

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Last post by freebornman
01 Aug 2020, 13:56
Gear box oil change

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 01 Aug 2020, 08:31
Replies: 19
by TONYT25T25 » 02 Jul 2020, 14:33
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Eventually got round to first stage of Gear box oil change stage today, I have owned my camper for nearly 7 years and never got round to changing the...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
01 Aug 2020, 08:31
Does anyone know what this is?!

Last post by buli « 01 Aug 2020, 08:05
Replies: 2
by buli » 31 Jul 2020, 22:59

Hey guys. Hoping that someone might know what this is? (circled in red). 1.6TD Westy California. I might be in the market for a replacement before it...

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Last post by buli
01 Aug 2020, 08:05
Grease or Lubricate parts of the Carburettor???

Last post by reessi « 31 Jul 2020, 21:28
Replies: 1
by reessi » 31 Jul 2020, 21:27

Should I Grease or Lubricate parts of the Carburettor when re-building?

I greased the choke parts and it seams to make it worse, only opens slowly...

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Last post by reessi
31 Jul 2020, 21:28
1766 CC ENGINE BUILD UPDATE

Last post by 937carrera « 31 Jul 2020, 19:25
Replies: 27
by totallyconfused » 09 Jun 2019, 13:24
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Hi,

Just an update on the engine build.

Put the crankshaft plus new bearings in the engine case....
I installed the Enkle 100 cam shaft.....
put...
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Last post by 937carrera
31 Jul 2020, 19:25
Anyone can ruin you engine

Last post by luter82 « 31 Jul 2020, 13:44
Replies: 26
by luter82 » 23 Jul 2020, 16:47
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Hi there,
just a quick heads up and wanted to know if you had problems in the past with this.
The rear flap you open to top up the oil is unlocked...
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Last post by luter82
31 Jul 2020, 13:44
1.9DG turning over, won’t start - losing the will to keep her on the road...

Last post by roonstar « 30 Jul 2020, 23:22
Replies: 25
by Samanthington » 24 Jul 2020, 17:44
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Is anyone here in the Bromley area!?

After a catalogue of silly errors from some not-so-trustworthy chaps who left me £2k poorer, without my van...
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Last post by roonstar
30 Jul 2020, 23:22
Adjusting tappets

Last post by Cobra88 « 30 Jul 2020, 16:19
Replies: 3
by gally » 30 Jul 2020, 14:52

Hi all looking for a bit of help.
Tried ot adjust tappets today ,
Loosened lock nut , backed off adjust screw
Tightened till touching no rocking.
But...

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Last post by Cobra88
30 Jul 2020, 16:19
Automatic Gearbox

Last post by Cobra88 « 30 Jul 2020, 15:11
Replies: 1
by Ciaoflyer » 29 Jul 2020, 18:33

Hi Guys

I have changed the fluid on My Auto box and it drives well. However, just wanted to check on the Level.

I completey drained the box and...

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Last post by Cobra88
30 Jul 2020, 15:11
Pierburg wiring

Last post by adsnape « 30 Jul 2020, 08:10
Replies: 4
by adsnape » 29 Jul 2020, 21:56

Hi
I am having problems with my dg cutting out when warm. I think that the wiring between the temp switch and the various switches on the carb, not...

4 Replies

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Last post by adsnape
30 Jul 2020, 08:10
DF performance v DG

Last post by Mocki « 29 Jul 2020, 19:03
Replies: 31
by hollow88 » 22 Apr 2018, 19:45
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I am assuming the worst when my van goes in to the workshop next month, to get the engine out and on the bench for a post-mortem following gasket...
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Last post by Mocki
29 Jul 2020, 19:03
2.1 WBX options

Last post by silverbullet « 29 Jul 2020, 15:41
Replies: 3
by volks_womble » 29 Jul 2020, 11:40

We have a 2.1 MV in our newly acquired Syncro and whilst it works it is tired, so will need to be addressed. Waterboxers are a complete unknown to me...

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Last post by silverbullet
29 Jul 2020, 15:41
Coolant top up

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 29 Jul 2020, 14:59
Replies: 2
by TONYT25T25 » 29 Jul 2020, 10:45

Looking to buy the same coolant that is currently in my engine, looked at wiki and the recommendation there is a VW G11 blue - green. The type...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
29 Jul 2020, 14:59
Large and small fuel filter sizes, which is right for an Aircooled engine?

Last post by Mocki « 29 Jul 2020, 08:59
Replies: 1
by jjht25 » 27 Jul 2020, 10:42

Hi,

Replaced the fuel filter on my van, noticed that there are two sizes with the large one being the one I replaced for the smaller type. Doesn't...

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Last post by Mocki
29 Jul 2020, 08:59
2.1 112 WBX Stutter, misfire and cutting out

Last post by Moss-Turpin-T25 « 28 Jul 2020, 16:03
Replies: 4
by Moss-Turpin-T25 » 28 Jul 2020, 13:49

Hi all, my 2.1 wbx 112 has gained a new issue. Two weeks ago I was experiencing misfiring on the motorway, I thought this was fixed when i found a...

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Last post by Moss-Turpin-T25
28 Jul 2020, 16:03
T25 mechanic Salisbury/Shaftesbury area - can you help?

Last post by Chumbley Van « 28 Jul 2020, 14:13
Replies: 3
by Chumbley Van » 13 Jul 2020, 20:37

Does anyone know of a mechanic who regularly works on T25’s in the Salisbury/Shaftesbury area of Wiltshire?
I have a problem with the rear brakes on...

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Last post by Chumbley Van
28 Jul 2020, 14:13
New gearbox 1990 t25 5 speed manual

Last post by Evelyn « 28 Jul 2020, 14:02
Replies: 8
by Evelyn » 22 Jul 2020, 21:11

Hey guys Im a newbie vw owner and 6 months into having my van I've had issues with the 2nd gear slipping out. And then crunching to go back in. Also...

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Last post by Evelyn
28 Jul 2020, 14:02
Oh dear have I messed up the gears

Last post by jas915 « 28 Jul 2020, 12:29
Replies: 13
by sarahandthebear » 14 Jul 2020, 19:11

Hi all the other week I replaced the gear linkages on the van. Everything seemed fine until this morning when we were about to set of on holiday of...

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Last post by jas915
28 Jul 2020, 12:29
Piston Liners/Sleeves

Last post by Stesaw « 27 Jul 2020, 22:46
Replies: 21
by maxstu » 24 Jul 2020, 10:43
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Can the sleeve be replaced over piston without removing piston?
Afterall most single cylinder engines work on the same principle. Just pinch each...
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Last post by Stesaw
27 Jul 2020, 22:46
Tappets , Hydraulic lifters suprise

Last post by Phillydra « 27 Jul 2020, 18:34
Replies: 2
by Phillydra » 27 Jul 2020, 17:19

So started my van yesterday and all of a sudden it got the loudest tapping noise, I've looked at a few posts on here and its obviously the tappets,...

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Last post by Phillydra
27 Jul 2020, 18:34
Gearbox Specialist

Last post by PunkTraveller « 27 Jul 2020, 12:04

by PunkTraveller » 27 Jul 2020, 12:04

Hi, looking for recommendations for a gearbox specialist in or near Newcastle upon Tyne. T25 currently stuck at works car park, in Gateshead. Was...

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Last post by PunkTraveller
27 Jul 2020, 12:04
1.9DG starts and runs then stalls.

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 27 Jul 2020, 11:52
Replies: 9
by jigarai » 25 Jul 2020, 18:02

Hi folks- long time lurker first time posting.

Driving arundel to Brighton today in the rain pulling away or at lower revs kept losing power. Did...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
27 Jul 2020, 11:52
1984 1.9 water cooled hi top. Choke/stalling issues

Last post by Mocki « 27 Jul 2020, 10:22
Replies: 5
by adamb87 » 26 Jul 2020, 19:31

Good evening ladies and Gents.

I’m new to club8090 and you’ll have to excuse my ignorance as first forum of any sort but what I’ve seen from the...

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Last post by Mocki
27 Jul 2020, 10:22
New fuel filler seal doesn't fit?

Last post by Ads1987 « 26 Jul 2020, 21:26
Replies: 4
by Ads1987 » 22 Jul 2020, 20:03

Hi guys,

Have an early 1.9 dg that's leaking fuel at the filler neck tank seal, fitted new Brickwerks seal but still leaked a lot. Rechecked filler...

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Last post by Ads1987
26 Jul 2020, 21:26
Good VW garage Nottinghamshire

Last post by jjht25 « 26 Jul 2020, 16:36

by jjht25 » 26 Jul 2020, 16:36

Hi

Looking for a good reliable VW garage in Nottinghamshire that knows air-cooled engines... Can be anyone recommend?

Best

Jon

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Last post by jjht25
26 Jul 2020, 16:36
Air cooled heater cable

Last post by Funkychops « 26 Jul 2020, 08:24
Replies: 2
by Funkychops » 25 Jul 2020, 19:31

Hi

Another air cooled heater cable problem...

So the cable on my 83 air cooled is disconnected and I have bought a new one. All good. But, how do I...

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Last post by Funkychops
26 Jul 2020, 08:24

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